You might also want to think about buying a solar-powered or wind-up radio so you don’t need to rely so much on batteries.

Those who like compact retro design will love the cuddly Technisat Viola 2. Weighing just 300 grams, the DAB / DAB + and FM receiver are among the lightest in our selection. In addition, it is also the cheapest. Wake Up in Style: The dual alarm feature ensures you never miss important appointments, while the sleep mode allows you to fall asleep to your favorite radio station.Water resistance: There are very few (if any) truly waterproof radios, but you can buy models designed to withstand rain and damp.

If you can, move your radio to your windowsill. Sometimes, digital signals don't reach indoors as well as they could. Bluetooth: If you choose a radio with Bluetooth, you’ll be able to stream music or other audio from your phone. This is much better than listening to music through your phone’s tinny speakers. Outdoor radios with Bluetooth usually only have a Bluetooth receiver rather than a transmitter, so they can’t be used with Bluetooth headphones.

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Bluetooth: This is a useful feature to have for streaming audio from a phone or other device. Bluetooth will allow you to play music or other audio from your phone through the radio’s speakers. One alternative to using Bluetooth is to connect the phone via a cable to the radio’s aux-in port if it has one.

This radio isn’t advertised as being water-resistant, but it’s quite tough and suitable for using outside. If you accidentally leave the radio out in the rain, it’s not too expensive to replace.Immersive Sound: Two powerful 2.5W stereo speakers deliver rich and clear audio, creating a captivating listening experience. The telescopic aerial ensures a strong and stable signal reception.